The classic combination of rhubarb and strawberries captures the best of summertime. This is a no-pectin recipe with the lemon juice and zest acting as a natural thickener.
In a large pot over medium heat, add strawberries, rhubarb, water, and lemon and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to medium-low an simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add sugar and continue stirring occasionally, until jam has thickened about 10-15 minutes.
Skim off any foam that's formed on the surface and discard.
Dived the jam between 4 sterilized half-pint jars. Wipe down rims with a clean cloth, then screw the lids on until they are finger tight.
Fill a large pot with water about 2/3 full, (a pot taller than the pint jars and big enough to hold all four), and bring to a boil.
Place the jars in the boiling water using a jar lifter and boil for 15 minutes.
Remove from the water and place on a cutting board. Most jar lids will pop shortly after removing the jars. This signifies the lids have vacuumed sealed. If they don't seal within a half hour then place in the fridge and enjoy.
The sealed jars can be stored for up to a year.